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A Psychiatrist's View of Transference and Countertransference in the Pastoral Relationship

Richard S. Schwartz

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Defines the concepts of transference and countertransference and the ways in which these processes may lead to stress in any psychotherapeutic relationship. Explicates the characteristics of “preformed transference” and how it especially may impact pastoral relationships. Notes the sexual dangers implicit in transference and countertransference and urges helpers of all types to seek understanding of the phenomena through study, personal therapy, and supervision.

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Key concepts: Countertransference, Transference, Psychology, Psychotherapist, Psychoanalysis, Pastoral counseling, Psychoanalytic theory